Free Outdoor Event

Hosted by Columbia County Climate Smart Task Force and Board of Supervisors

The Columbia County Climate Carnival 2024 will be held on September 14, 2024, from 11am to 3pm at the Columbia County Fairgrounds in Chatham, NY. This event is sponsored by the Columbia County Climate Smart Task Force and the Columbia County Board of Supervisors.

In addition to celebrating, educating, and motivating individuals about climate action, the Climate Carnival is designed to be a vibrant community event. There will be educational kiosks, interactive demonstrations, live music, food trucks, and networking opportunities with local businesses and organizations devoted to sustainability.

Vendors and attendees are both free to attend.

What’s in store at Columbia County’s Climate Carnival?

The Repair Cafe – Waste not! Bring your broken stuff to get repaired (sign up ahead of time)

Free Store – Pick up items that your neighbors don’t need anymore. Did we say it’s free?

Compost Compound – Why should you compost your kitchen scraps? Food waste is bad for the environment. Find out how to turn it into gold—aka nutrient-rich soil—or just learn where to drop off your leftovers.

Bike Recycling – Give, Take, Donate. Receive

Electric Cars – They’re all the rage. Interested? Swing by and see an EV or Plug-In Hybrid up close (pending dealer availability).

Save $ + Save the Planet – Can we use renewable energy? Find out how it works on the local level…and also how to weatherize your house, heat with fewer—or zero!—fossil fuels and less money.

Entertainment and Food too! Bring the kids and visit the Birds of Prey. Hit educational stations!……and MORE!!!

Please NO Dogs.